55Everything was well put together. Very clear signs leading you to the sniff spot portion of the property. Lots of toys available and a large private area to let your dogs play. Sailor A.
Sailor A.
February 2024
Everything was well put together. Very clear signs leading you to the sniff spot portion of the property. Lots of toys available and a large private area to let your dogs play.
55great spot!! it’s a long strip of field that’s perfect for fetch or just running around! a little bit of tree area along the fence line that was perfect for sniffing around too! the fencing is very secure but if you have a small determined dog they could slip through the main gate at the entrance. it wasn’t a problem for us but something to keep in mind. we had a late-ish reservation and arrived a bit early and the host was super accommodating and let us start early since it was getting dark! my three pups had a blast even once it was very dark! Would definitely love to visit again a bit earlier in the day!Tom R.
Tom R.
February 2024
great spot!! it’s a long strip of field that’s perfect for fetch or just running around! a little bit of tree area along the fence line that was perfect for sniffing around too! the fencing is very secure but if you have a small determined dog they could slip through the main gate at the entrance. it wasn’t a problem for us but something to keep in mind. we had a late-ish reservation and arrived a bit early and the host was super accommodating and let us start early since it was getting dark! my three pups had a blast even once it was very dark! Would definitely love to visit again a bit earlier in the day!
55Bailey had a blast playing fetch on the long stretch of green space! This is a perfect spot for dogs who love fetch as much as my lab does. She loved sniffing around the area and the chairs under the canopy were very nice to be able to sit down. Appreciated the hay over the muddy spots as it kept Bailey from getting muddy. The wipes to clean off were great at the end. We will definitely be back. Katie L.
Katie L.
February 2024
Bailey had a blast playing fetch on the long stretch of green space! This is a perfect spot for dogs who love fetch as much as my lab does. She loved sniffing around the area and the chairs under the canopy were very nice to be able to sit down. Appreciated the hay over the muddy spots as it kept Bailey from getting muddy. The wipes to clean off were great at the end. We will definitely be back.
55This space is clean and comfortable. The host has done a great job making the space inviting and accommodating. The dog mailbox at the entry makes the space easy to find, parking is well defined, just past the round about in front of the garage, and the fences are secure. We have enjoyed two evenings at this space. Both times the space was clean and quiet and our pups easily enjoyed the space with no issues. The host was kind and thoughtful making this a great choice for our pack. Kristy S.
Kristy S.
February 2024
This space is clean and comfortable. The host has done a great job making the space inviting and accommodating. The dog mailbox at the entry makes the space easy to find, parking is well defined, just past the round about in front of the garage, and the fences are secure. We have enjoyed two evenings at this space. Both times the space was clean and quiet and our pups easily enjoyed the space with no issues. The host was kind and thoughtful making this a great choice for our pack.
55A great spot to let your dogs run! Fence was good and stable, even for my big dog that likes to jump. Clean and thoughtful dog park! We will back!!Meghan N.
Meghan N.
February 2024
A great spot to let your dogs run! Fence was good and stable, even for my big dog that likes to jump. Clean and thoughtful dog park! We will back!!
55This is the best sniff spot. SO much room to run, lots of fun smells, and my girls really loved zooming around. The mud pile was the absolute best. They had so much fun chasing each other around. The host was so kind, great with communication and all directions were very clear. We will definitely be back. Skye A.
Skye A.
February 2024
This is the best sniff spot. SO much room to run, lots of fun smells, and my girls really loved zooming around. The mud pile was the absolute best. They had so much fun chasing each other around. The host was so kind, great with communication and all directions were very clear. We will definitely be back.
55This was a fun, new spot for my pup to race around, smell, and explore. We went to the bigger spot, so he had tons of room to run flat out. There is also a nice overhang of tree limbs, so he also got explore there also! This would be a great spot to play a fast game of fetch.Rebecca J.
Rebecca J.
February 2024
This was a fun, new spot for my pup to race around, smell, and explore. We went to the bigger spot, so he had tons of room to run flat out. There is also a nice overhang of tree limbs, so he also got explore there also! This would be a great spot to play a fast game of fetch.
55Excellent, quiet area with plenty of room to play! Our dogs loved it! This spot is larger than most of the publicly available dogs parks. We will definitely be back!Alex M.
Alex M.
February 2024
Excellent, quiet area with plenty of room to play! Our dogs loved it! This spot is larger than most of the publicly available dogs parks. We will definitely be back!
55This spot was just as described. Location and parking were clearly marked. The dogs had a great time running around and smelling all the smells. I would definitely come back!Deedra W.
Deedra W.
March 2024
This spot was just as described. Location and parking were clearly marked. The dogs had a great time running around and smelling all the smells. I would definitely come back!
55This was our first time using Sniffspot, as someone with anxiety to new places and a dog the same, we were quickly at ease with the location, parking availability, and oasis of a place Mookie’s yard is. When you arrive, the mailbox is a dog and they have a Sniffspot sign, So easy to know you’re there! You open the gate, close the gate, drive through, park next to the “Park here” Sniffspot sign, has some rules and procedure posters, then a trail of hay-to really make you and your pup feel like you took them to the farm- to the gated and fully fenced dog area. The dog area was joyfully filled with a bucket of Mookie’s toys that they do delightfully shared, it consisted of balls, chew toys, fetch it’s, frisbees, ropes, A KIDDIE POOL!!! and much more! There were also hills of dirt and piles of debris my dog loved to explore, lots of trees they can run in between but they’re not in the way, more off to the side as a wall (it’s beautiful!) there is also conveniently a undercover pop up tent with some chairs (4 i think?) to sit if you want! we were busy playing most of the time because we were on a date but anything your dog could love, you will find it at this Sniffspot. Seriously, couldn’t recommend it more. Thanks Mookie! We will be back!!Emily W.
Emily W.
March 2024
This was our first time using Sniffspot, as someone with anxiety to new places and a dog the same, we were quickly at ease with the location, parking availability, and oasis of a place Mookie’s yard is. When you arrive, the mailbox is a dog and they have a Sniffspot sign, So easy to know you’re there! You open the gate, close the gate, drive through, park next to the “Park here” Sniffspot sign, has some rules and procedure posters, then a trail of hay-to really make you and your pup feel like you took them to the farm- to the gated and fully fenced dog area. The dog area was joyfully filled with a bucket of Mookie’s toys that they do delightfully shared, it consisted of balls, chew toys, fetch it’s, frisbees, ropes, A KIDDIE POOL!!! and much more! There were also hills of dirt and piles of debris my dog loved to explore, lots of trees they can run in between but they’re not in the way, more off to the side as a wall (it’s beautiful!) there is also conveniently a undercover pop up tent with some chairs (4 i think?) to sit if you want! we were busy playing most of the time because we were on a date but anything your dog could love, you will find it at this Sniffspot. Seriously, couldn’t recommend it more. Thanks Mookie! We will be back!!
55We had a great time visiting today. My energetic pup had a great time with lots of room to roam and explore. Fences were secure and the yard was just what we needed to get some good exercise and some recall and other training in. We will definitely be back. Sarah M.
Sarah M.
March 2024
We had a great time visiting today. My energetic pup had a great time with lots of room to roam and explore. Fences were secure and the yard was just what we needed to get some good exercise and some recall and other training in. We will definitely be back.
55Wonderful private area for my pups to run around and play. There is also a little area where you can sit down and watch the pups play. Very easy to find and enter. Haylee D.
Haylee D.
March 2024
Wonderful private area for my pups to run around and play. There is also a little area where you can sit down and watch the pups play. Very easy to find and enter.
55Great spot. Plenty of room for a big dog to run. The dirt piles were a hit with my dog as well as being able to dig. Private and peaceful. The covered area with chairs is a nice addition. Jessica T.
Jessica T.
March 2024
Great spot. Plenty of room for a big dog to run. The dirt piles were a hit with my dog as well as being able to dig. Private and peaceful. The covered area with chairs is a nice addition.
55Nice, quiet area, and the host provides thoughtful amenities; the hose was much appreciated to rinse dirty paws and bellies. The signage and cute mailbox were also fantastic ways to navigate this sniffspot. Thank you so much for hosting, my dogs appreciated stretching their legs out! Rebecca W.
Rebecca W.
March 2024
Nice, quiet area, and the host provides thoughtful amenities; the hose was much appreciated to rinse dirty paws and bellies. The signage and cute mailbox were also fantastic ways to navigate this sniffspot. Thank you so much for hosting, my dogs appreciated stretching their legs out!
55This was the first sniffspot that we went to and it was great!! Clear instructions on where to go and how to get to the dog area. I loved the toys/area and so did my dog! We had a lot of fun and definitely plan to visit again
Sierra B.
Sierra B.
March 2024
This was the first sniffspot that we went to and it was great!! Clear instructions on where to go and how to get to the dog area. I loved the toys/area and so did my dog! We had a lot of fun and definitely plan to visit again
55Nice spot for playing ball! We were there after a lot of rain, but the mud wasn’t a problem for us. Grassier areas in the back but Twyla wanted to play around in the mud 😆Lauren R.
Lauren R.
March 2024
Nice spot for playing ball! We were there after a lot of rain, but the mud wasn’t a problem for us. Grassier areas in the back but Twyla wanted to play around in the mud 😆
55We had plenty of space to run and explore and didn’t have any run ins with other animals or humans which gave Milo a stress free experience!Kathy A.
Kathy A.
March 2024
We had plenty of space to run and explore and didn’t have any run ins with other animals or humans which gave Milo a stress free experience!
How do Dayton's private small dog parks work?
Private rentals by the hour
Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners
Trust and safety first
Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit
Reactive dogs welcome
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
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FAQ about our Dayton small dog parks
Are small dog parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private for just you and dogs you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). All Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by park users so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars.
How can I find small dog parks in Dayton?
There are 113 small dog parks in the Dayton area. The most popular small dog park is . You can browse all of our small dog parks here.
How do I know if a small dog park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your furry friends. If your dog doesn't respond to owner commands, you can visit one of our enclosed dog park areas. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our small dog park sites where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can see any park amenities provided, including a park bench, water for dogs or water features such as kiddie pool or water hose. If your dog loves water, you can go to a park with water features, but if they don't love water, you can avoid them. We also recommend reading reviews to check for park maintenance issues and reaching out to the host with any questions. And lastly, of course, check park hours. Many of our parks are open from dawn until dusk.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that owners sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. We also require that pet owners follow safety protocols around water features.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot park at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
If you are planning an amazing small dog park party, each Sniffspot park has their own rules regarding special events. Many parks allow doggie birthday parties, training, water parties and other event types. Event organizers need to be responsible for their guests and event organizers should coordinate with the host regarding their fun party. Make sure the park has amenities you need for your party, such as a park with lots of picnic tables with park benches.
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